Chapter 93: The monarch and the ministers play against each other
When Zhu Youtang asked this, Liu Chengfeng felt happy in his heart. He cheered up and got up from his seat. He walked boldly under the framed running script, raised his head and stared at it for a moment, and said: "I am not talented.
, I have only seen the rubbings of Wang Youjun's "Orchid Pavilion Preface". At first glance, the compositions in the Orchid Pavilion Preface seem to be like a natural beauty, dancing gracefully, and the beauty of its dance is unparalleled. I think that when Orchid Pavilion was used to repair the misfortune, Youjun could appreciate the beauty of the landscape.
, the mystery of the universe and the true meaning of life, so he wrote the masterpiece of the ages in one go, so his brushwork can pay attention to every detail and have a natural interest; also because of his precise brushwork, he can make the bottom of his brushwork like flowing clouds and flowing water, with both form and spirit.
Tools; reaching a state of elegance and harmony between writing and writing.”
Liu Chengfeng shook his head and praised Wang Xizhi, but he thought in his heart that the more he admired Wang Xizhi, and deliberately regarded Zhu Youtang's copy as Wang Xizhi's original work, this flattery was really invisible and hit the emperor's target.
It turns out that I, Liu Chengfeng, actually have the talent to be a greedy minister.
Liu Chengfeng continued: "Wang Youjun's running calligraphy style is about peace and nature, the brushwork is euphemistic and implicit, and it is beautiful and strong. Your Majesty, let's take a look at this painting "Ten Seven Posts". It is also peaceful and natural, the brushwork is implicit, strong and beautiful.
, especially this layout, which is unparalleled in the world. The words between the lines are like a chess player's cloth, with clear and orderly lines. Who can copy such writing power and techniques from the two Jin Dynasties to the present?"
Liu Chengfeng said sternly: "If I dare to use my head as a guarantee, this "Ten Seven Posts" must be authentic!"
Zhu Youtang smiled and said with an enigmatic look: "I didn't expect you to know how to write cursive script. I have also read your cursive script, which is very good. But look again, what exactly is "Ten Seven Posts"?
It’s true or false. Someone, please take off this sticker and show it to Liu Aiqing.”
The two young eunuchs quickly moved a small brocade pier, took off the sticker, and placed it on the desk next to Liu Chengfeng. Liu Chengfeng was not polite and went over to look at it carefully for a while before deliberately showing a surprised expression.
:"Oh……"
Zhu Youtang smiled beside him: "What? Why did Liu Aiqing scream?"
Liu Chengfeng touched the paper and said with a dejected look: "Wei Chen is really damned. I didn't expect this copybook to be fake."
"Oh? How did you know?" Zhu Youtang felt that the Jin Yiwei Baihu in front of him was becoming more and more interesting. Talking to him made Zhu Youtang feel relaxed from body to heart. He was usually stoic, but today
But there was laughter again and again, like a spring breeze.
Liu Chengfeng said with shame: "This copybook has captured the essence of Wang Youjun. Wei Chen thought it was an authentic copy, but only after looking at the paper did he realize that he had made a mistake. This paper is jade paper, and it can only be found from the Song Dynasty.
It is rumored that Mr. Youjun was a figure in the Jin Dynasty, and this calligraphy was not written by him. Your Majesty, I would like to ask, who made this calligraphy? Among the ancient calligraphers, I admire Wang Youjun the most. Is it possible to write this calligraphy of Wang Youjun?
To imitate his calligraphy to this extent is already shocking. But I wonder if this master is still alive? If he is alive, I would be shameless enough to go and pay him a visit."
Liu Chengfeng put on an air of great admiration and deep feelings, and asked openly.
If it had been anyone else, Zhu Youtang would have felt that this person was rude. But Liu Chengfeng's eagerness to ask questions made Zhu Youtang very happy. He thought to himself: "If he knew that this copy was made by me,
Yes, I'm afraid I'll be shocked."
Zhu Youtang smiled slightly and said: "What kind of skill is it to copy the running script of the predecessors? There are countless such people in our Ming Dynasty, why do you need to ask for their names?"
Zhu Youtang's words were a bit modest, meaning that he could not be compared with Wang Youjun. It was a bit embarrassing to be praised by others.
But at this time, Liu Chengfeng's eyes widened and he said angrily: "How can your Majesty say such a thing? Such a person is unparalleled in the world. Although he has the wisdom of his predecessors, through the ages, there are no people who can match the wisdom of Wang Youjun.
How many people can there be? It’s fine if Your Majesty refuses to say anything. How can you belittle such an expert like this? Please take back what you said!”
It is said that the emperor is not joking. When the emperor opens his mouth, there is no reason to take it back. Moreover, the Ming Dynasty has ministers who are insinuating and mocking the emperor. However, Liu Chengfeng, who wants to fight the emperor desperately, asks the emperor to take it back.
I'm afraid not one of them will survive.
The little eunuchs, who bowed their bodies and heard this sentence, really thought they had heard it wrong, and they all looked stunned.
Unexpectedly, the more excited Liu Chengfeng was, the more satisfaction and appreciation he felt in Zhu Youtang. On the one hand, his running script was recognized by Liu Chengfeng. In his opinion, Liu Chengfeng did not know that the fake was made by him, so...
Not to mention deliberately trying to please him, so the effect of Liu Chengfeng's words was much more sincere in Zhu Youtang's eyes than the praise from the courtiers.
On the other hand, Liu Chengfeng was able to speak out and argue with himself for his 'own' works. In Zhu Youtang's heart, he had already determined that this Jinyiwei Baihu was an upright person, otherwise he would not have fought with him for a piece of calligraphy.
Contradict yourself.
"This person is quite accomplished in calligraphy, has good medical skills, and is decisive in doing things. His moral character does not seem to be bad. If a person is upright, his other virtues must not be too bad, and he can shoulder important responsibilities." Zhu Youtang thought in his mind.
, smiled slightly and said: "Okay, you are right, but I was wrong. I take back what I just said."
Zhu Youtang admitted his mistake, but he was not angry at all, and his tone was sincere. So much so that the little eunuch serving on the side raised his head in astonishment. The emperor is the real dragon emperor. They have served Zhu Youtang for so long, but still
This was the first time I heard him admit his mistake. Could it be that the sun was rising in the west?
What surprised them even more was that Liu Chengfeng actually smiled faintly and said, "Your Majesty knows his mistakes and can correct them. He is indeed a wise emperor."
Zhu Youtang smiled. It was the first time someone spoke to him like this. It not only gave him a sense of freshness, but also made him feel very happy. Especially when Liu Chengfeng praised his copy so much, he was even more elated. Zhu Youtang
He doesn't have many hobbies, running script is one of them. In his spare time, he will practice calligraphy to refresh his mind and calm his energy. Although his calligraphy often gets a lot of praise when he shows it to the officials. But Zhu Youtang is not easy to fool after all.
He knew that these people were just compliments, but now that he met Liu Chengfeng, he realized that his calligraphy had reached such an amazing level. This gave him a strong sense of recognition, which he had never felt before.
After that, let him feel comfortable all over.
"What if I told you that this running script was written in my spare time?"
Zhu Youtang looked at Liu Chengfeng with a smile.
Liu Chengfeng showed a surprised expression and couldn't help but said: "Really?" Then he said with a respectful look: "I didn't expect that Your Majesty would forget to sleep and eat, and besides taking care of everything, he was actually proficient in running calligraphy. I am amazed."
Zhu Youtang smiled and said: "Since you like it so much, I will reward you with this running script. Although you are a pro-soldier, you are also very talented and learned. You entered Jinyiwei by accident, but don't waste your life just like that."
Academics and the art of calligraphy cannot be neglected. To practice calligraphy and become a master, it depends on both talent and diligence."
"Bah!" Liu Chengfeng regretted it. He originally thought that he had cured the emperor's disease, but he also flattered him severely. He would be rewarded with at least ten thousand taels of gold and promoted to the third level. Who knew it would cost him so much?
After a lot of effort, I only got one copybook. It doesn’t matter if it is an authentic copy. If I sell it casually, I can get one hundred and eighty thousand taels of silver into my account. However, this is still a copy. A simple copy might still be worth a little money, but this is the emperor.
It's a gift from the emperor. Before I kick off my legs, who dares to sell the thing that was given by the emperor?
This thing cannot be eaten or used, and it has to be offered like a Buddha statue. It looks very glamorous, but in fact it has no benefit at all.
Liu Chengfeng felt like his heart was bleeding. It would be nice to be promoted to a thousand households. This time, he shot himself in the foot. What's the point of saying that someone's handwriting is good? Just say a few words.
It’s just a sentence, but you actually look like you want to take it back and offer it as a treasure. Isn’t this just digging a hole and burying yourself alive?
However, he did not dare to show a trace of hesitation on his face and said quickly: "Did your Majesty really give this copybook to Wei Chen? That's great. Wei Chen thanks Your Majesty for your kindness."
"Well..." Zhu Youtang nodded appreciatively towards Liu Chengfeng, and then his face became a little solemn. He waved his hand and stepped back, saying: "I have called you to talk so much this time, but you are surprised.
You have forgotten the business. I have something for you to do. This matter is related to the royal family’s reputation and is of vital importance. You can put aside what you are doing for the time being and concentrate on running errands for me for a few days."